Wendy Hope
- Holistic and Complementary Practitioner, Registered Nurse and Dru Yoga Instructor
- NMC (14L0033S)
- Based in Inverness, Highland
About Wendy
Wendy is a highly experienced Registered Nurse and holistic practitioner based in Inverness. For over 22 years she has studied and practised a wide range of complementary and alternative therapies, including sports and remedial massage, foot health, ear care, cryotherapy, intravenous vitamin therapy, and post-operative recovery support.
Wendy offers her services either individually or as carefully tailored combinations, depending on the needs of each client. She is experienced in working with people living with complex health issues such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, cancer and neurological conditions, and is also available for private nursing support.
Alongside her clinical and holistic work, Wendy has extensive experience working with athletes. She has spent nine years working with a professional football team, in collaboration with physiotherapists and medical staff, and has supported a Camanachd Cup–winning shinty team and many other sports professionals with injury management and recovery.
Wendy provides treatments in clients’ homes, in care home settings, and in selected clinic locations, offering practical, accessible support for those who may find it difficult to travel.
Wendy is also a qualified Dru Yoga instructor and welcomes the opportunity to provide 1:1 Yoga and stretching to complement any of her treatments and therapies.
Wendy’s approach to client work
Her aim is to:
- Support comfort, function and recovery
- Promote relaxation and wellbeing
- Help clients understand their bodies and healing responses
- Provide clear aftercare advice and practical guidance
Wendy works in a respectful, person-centred way, taking time to listen to her clients and understand their goals. She tailors each treatment plan, whether that is focused on pain relief, mobility, post-operative recovery, or general wellbeing. For many clients she also integrates gentle Dru Yoga and stretching to complement physical treatments and support long-term self-care.
Wendy’s qualifications and professional background
Professional background
- Registered Nurse with extensive experience in clinical and community settings
- Over 22 years of study and practice in alternative and holistic treatments
- 9 years working with a professional football team alongside physio and medical staff
- Experience working with a Camanachd Cup final–winning shinty team and other professional athletes
- Experienced in supporting clients with complex health needs, including:
- Stroke
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Cancer
- Neurological disorders
Training & therapeutic skills include
- Foot Health Practitioner
- Ear Care – Ear Irrigation and Microsuction
- Sports Massage and Rehabilitation Taping
- Reflexology
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Kinesiology
- Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN)
- Intravenous Vitamin Therapy (including Biotin, Glutathione, Pabrinex and vitamin mixes)
- Vitamin B12 Intramuscular Injections
- Cryotherapy for skin lesions (e.g. warts, verrucae, skin tags)
- Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Recovery – including lymphatic drainage and post-op care
- Dru Yoga Instructor (1:1 and integrated with treatment plans)
Wendy’s areas of expertise
Massage & bodywork therapies
Hands-on therapies to support:
- Tired or overworked muscles
- Sports-related aches and pains
- Stress and tension
- Circulation and lymphatic flow
Therapies include:
- Sports Massage and rehabilitation taping
- Reflexology
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage (including post-surgery support)
- Craniosacral Therapy
- Kinesiology
- Trigger Point Dry Needling for muscular tension and chronic pain patterns
Wendy provides aftercare advice such as stretches and guidance on the healing response.
Foot health
- Corns, calluses and cracked heels
- Fungal nails and athlete’s foot
- Verrucae and warts
- Thick or ingrowing toenails
- Diabetic foot care
- Neurovascular foot health checks
Ear care – irrigation & microsuction
Safe and effective earwax removal using:
- Ear irrigation (water-based wax removal) where appropriate
- Microsuction (fine suction under visual guidance)
Dru yoga & relaxation
As a qualified Dru Yoga instructor, Wendy can offer:
- 1:1 yoga sessions to complement physical treatments
- Gentle movement, stretching and relaxation work
- Support for stress reduction, posture and mobility
Intravenous vitamin therapy & B12 injections
IV vitamin therapy aimed at supporting:
- Overall wellbeing and energy
- Immune function
- Recovery after illness, surgery or periods of stress
- Skin, hair and nail health (including Biotin)
- Detoxification and antioxidant support (e.g. Glutathione)
Vitamin B12 intramuscular injections are offered for clients with B12 deficiency, under appropriate clinical guidance.
(Suitability is always assessed prior to treatment, and some conditions such as pregnancy, heart or kidney disease may mean IV therapy is not appropriate.)
Cryotherapy for skin lesions
Targeted treatment for:
- Skin tags
- Verrucae
- Warts
Using a Cryopen device to freeze the lesion, often as part of a wider treatment plan.
Post-surgery recovery & lymphatic drainage
Support for clients recovering from cosmetic and plastic surgery, including:
- Lymphatic drainage to support healing and reduce swelling
- Help preventing or reducing fibrosis
- Advice on compression garments, foam and padding
- Gentle, structured support throughout the recovery process
This can be especially helpful following procedures such as VASER liposuction and other body contouring surgeries.
Sessions with Wendy – In person
Wendy’s services are primarily in-person and hands-on, and can be provided in a range of settings:
- Home Visits – For clients who prefer treatment at home or have limited mobility.
- Care Home Visits – For residents requiring foot health, ear care, massage, or other support.
- Clinic Appointments – Certain services are also available in the clinic at Oakwood Mind & Body
Some advisory or follow-up discussions may be possible remotely, but most treatments are delivered in person due to their hands-on nature.
